Adam Selwood’s selfless last act for brother comes to light while afl is startled by heartbreaking tragedy

The Offspring community falters of the Sudden loss of Adam Selwood Who suddenly died on Saturday, only 41 years old, only a few months After his twin brother Troy also died.

In an emotional turn, Selwood’s plan to raise money in honor of his brother came to light.

One of the four brothers who played Senior aflal football, Selwood played 187 games for West Coast and won a premiership in 2006.

In a tribute to his brother Troy, Adam was planning to participate in the HBF run next weekend for a reason for a half marathon and raised money for Charity Zero2hero.

“Hello everyone, After the heartbreaking loss of my twin brother for suicide, I made the decision to take the HBF Health Run for a reason for half marathon,” Adam wrote on his fundraising page for the event.

‘My goal is to pick up $ 10,000 to support Zero2HERO – an incredible charity that is committed to training, involving and powering young people to become leaders in mental health care and prevent suicide here West -Australia.

‘This cause is very personal for me, and this run marks an important step in my own healing trip, as well as a constant dedication to increase consciousness on mental health and suicide prevention throughout the country. Your support would mean the world for me.

‘Every donation, regardless of the amount, makes a real and lasting difference in the lives of young West -Australians and is highly appreciated by myself, my family and the Zero2HERO community.

‘Thank you, from the ground of my heart, for your love, generosity and support in recent times. I will share my training trip in the run -up to the run on Sunday 25 May, and I am incredibly grateful for those who have already helped me get the runners back and go again. ‘

The Eagles star had raised more than $ 21,000, but that number rose to more than $ 25,000 on Sunday.

Selwood told Nine News last month about why running the race was a suitable tribute for his twin brother.

“We liked to grow up together, it was part of us to become football players, we knew that it is going together around the country runs together,” he said.

“We actually came to a club in our teenage years, they were some of our real lucky memories.”

Adam insisted on others who struggle with their mental health to seek help.

“I don’t want someone to walk through this kind of pain if it can be avoided, and it is possible,” he said.

“He has already saved lives, many, which was probably needed during that period to speak and to get the required care, to know that it happened, warms my heart and gives me the power to keep going.”

Adam’s sudden death has turned the Afl -world upside down, with many senior figures that all their respect express.

John Worsfold – Selwood’s coach when the Eagles won the Afl Grand Final against the Swans – was unbelief when he heard the sad news.

“Adam was a great teammate who loved the club, loved his Footy,” he said.

‘We prepared him at the age of 18 and saw him grow like a player and person. We have met the Selwood family so well over the years, and they are such great people to whom our hearts are more than whatever.

‘As a player, Adam was the ultimate teamman. He played every role that was needed.

“He gave it 100 percent and connected to everyone he was involved.

“He had a huge impact on our Footy Club.”

Geelong, where Adam’s decorated brother Joel played and won four Premierships, expanded their ‘deepest condolences’ on Saturday.

“The Geelong Football Club is deeply sad to learn from the death of Adam Selwood,” said the statement.

“We are extending our deepest participation in his wife Fiona, children Lenny and Billie, brothers Joel and Scott and parents Maree and Bryce, our thoughts are currently with you.”

Geelong Premiership Forward Cam Moeney, who played with Joel Selwood during his time at The Cats, was close to the tears on Fox Footy after development.

“It is a family that I have known for almost 20 years and a family that I have loved over the years and loved,” he said.

“So to hear the news this morning, absolutely tragic … It was only three months ago that we bury Troy.”

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